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MADISON—The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is honored to announce Dr. Berdie L. Cowser as the recipient of the inaugural Anna Mae Robertson Veteran Legacy Award. The award was presented to Dr. Cowser by Governor Tony Evers and WDVA

Madison… Newly released public records reveal Wisconsin taxpayers covered a lavish trade mission for Governor Tony Evers and former Wisconsin Economic Development Corp CEO Missy Hughes to Germany and France; complete with chauffeurs, VIP airport services, and a pricey welcome

Hi, I’m Representative William Penterman and I represent the 38th Assembly District and chair the Veterans and Military Affairs Committee in the Assembly. I wanted to take a bit of your time to talk about Veterans Day. Veterans Day is

MADISON, Wis. — At a rare press conference today, GOP gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany has finally admitted the truth: Republicans don’t have a plan for health care. First, Tiffany dodged a question on whether he would vote to extend ACA subsidies, saying

Order ensures families have access to emergency assistance for housing and utilities during period of economic disruption MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed an emergency order to suspend Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) rules affecting emergency assistance for Wisconsinites facing housing insecurity or an energy crisis to ensure folks and families have

Grant Plus $23 Million Match Will Help More MPS Students Achieve in School, Graduate from High School, and Enroll in College (MILWAUKEE) — Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius announced on Wednesday that the school district is receiving a seven-year, $23 million

Lake Geneva, Wisconsin (Nov. 12, 2025) –  Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Jill J. Karofsky delivered the State of the Judiciary address on November 12 at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the Wisconsin Judicial Conference. The text of the speech, along

MADISON — Yesterday, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction released Wisconsin’s 2024-2025 school report cards, the first report cards since Wisconsin State Superintendent Jill Underly radically shifted standards. According to DPI, 94% of Wisconsin schools meet or exceed expectations. This data is

WEST BEND — Josh Schoemann today announced his Secure Elections Agenda, a series of reforms to the state’s elections laws highlighted by a plan to abolish the state elections commission and to move all statewide elections to November. The four pillars

The 2026 Adopted Budget protects essential services, invests in critical infrastructure, and maintains stability in the face of shifting financial realities MILWAUKEE – Last week, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson-Bovell approved the 2026 Adopted Budget, as

Pro-Small Business Legislation was Supported by NFIB MADISON, WI (November 12, 2025) – Governor Tony Evers recently used his veto pen to prevent bills to reform the unemployment insurance program and protect consumers’ access to gas-powered engine sales from becoming law.

Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Conservative Energy Forum (WISCEF) invites legislators, staff, and interested members of the public to join them Wednesday, November 19th for Wisconsin Nuclear Energy Day, a free event diving deeper into the discussion of nuclear energy

BLACK RIVER, Wis. —  Today, Rodney Rave, a lifelong western Wisconsin resident, union operating engineer, and former Ho-Chunk Nation legislator, announced his campaign for Congress in Wisconsin’s 3rd District. Rave is running to lower costs for working families, expand healthcare access, and

[Madison, WI] – The Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative (RWHC), the Wisconsin Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (WAFCC), and the Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association (WPHCA), in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, are launching the Wisconsin Owns

Fond du Lac, Wis. — November 12, 2025 — Today, Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney announced the endorsement of the Milwaukee Police Association, the union representing police officers in Wisconsin’s largest city. “The Milwaukee Police Association is honored

MILWAUKEE, WI – Today, the Milwaukee Police Association (MPA) formally endorsed Tom Tiffany for Governor of Wisconsin. The endorsement was announced at the Milwaukee Police Association headquarters. “The Milwaukee Police Association is honored to endorse Tom Tiffany for Governor. During these

MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) announced today that a new round of grant funding is available to Wisconsin’s health care sector employers to help train workers and fill critical workforce needs. The $2.25 million in grant funds

A weekend filled with holiday activities of the past plus a new Wade House Christmas Field Trip for students highlights the festive season GREENBUSH, Wis. — Experience the warmth and wonder of a traditional 19th-century holiday at A Wade House Christmas, held Dec.

By the end of 2025, nearly half of all Wisconsinites will be required to pay a fee to their municipality or county to register their vehicle. Some communities implemented these fees a few years ago and already are considering raising

MADISON, Wis. – As temperatures begin to drop and winter approaches, now is the time to be prepared for the upcoming season. To help Wisconsin plan for the months ahead, Winter Weather Awareness Week in the state is Nov. 17-21.